How much is the bus ticket from Durham to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Durham to Richmond start from $45. The average price for this route is around $96. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Durham to Richmond?

The average bus travel time from Durham to Richmond is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 217 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Wanda Coach .

Which bus companies service the Durham to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Wanda Coach , FlixBus , Greyhound , CoachRun .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Durham to Richmond?

The earliest bus departs from Durham to Richmond at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durham to Richmond?

A bus trip from Durham to Richmond generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Durham to Richmond?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11648 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durham to Richmond?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Durham to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Durham to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Durham to Richmond from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Durham to Richmond on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:00pm	BP Gas Station	3h	1:00am	5221 Brook Rd	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Durham to Richmond on December 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	3h 10m	5:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	BP Gas Station	2h 15m	4:15am	5221 Brook Rd	Fastest
Bus	9:10am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	4h 50m	2:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Bus	9:15pm	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	3h 50m	1:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Bus	12:30am	BP Gas Station	4h	4:30am	5221 Brook Rd	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Richmond on December 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	3h 10m	5:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	BP Gas Station	2h 15m	4:15am	5221 Brook Rd	Fastest
Bus	9:10am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	4h 50m	2:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Bus	9:15pm	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	3h 50m	1:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Bus	12:30am	BP Gas Station	4h	4:30am	5221 Brook Rd	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Richmond on December 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	4h 50m	2:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	BP Gas Station	2h 15m	4:15am	5221 Brook Rd	Fastest
Bus	2:40am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	3h 10m	5:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Bus	12:30am	BP Gas Station	4h	4:30am	5221 Brook Rd	No tags
Bus	11:45pm	Hillsborough Rd	3h 45m	3:30am	Richmond (900 W Leigh St)	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Richmond on December 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	3h 10m	5:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	BP Gas Station	2h 15m	4:15am	5221 Brook Rd	Fastest
Bus	9:10am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	4h 50m	2:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Bus	9:15pm	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	3h 50m	1:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Bus	12:30am	BP Gas Station	4h	4:30am	5221 Brook Rd	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Richmond on December 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	3h 10m	5:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	BP Gas Station	2h 15m	4:15am	5221 Brook Rd	Fastest
Bus	9:10am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	4h 50m	2:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Bus	3:45am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	3h 5m	6:50am	Henrico	No tags
Bus	12:30am	BP Gas Station	4h	4:30am	5221 Brook Rd	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Richmond on December 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	3h 10m	5:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	BP Gas Station	2h 15m	4:15am	5221 Brook Rd	Fastest
Bus	9:10am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	4h 50m	2:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Bus	3:45am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	3h 5m	6:50am	Henrico	No tags
Bus	12:30am	BP Gas Station	4h	4:30am	5221 Brook Rd	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Richmond on January 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	3h 10m	5:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	BP Gas Station	2h 15m	4:15am	5221 Brook Rd	Fastest
Bus	9:10am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	4h 50m	2:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Bus	9:15pm	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	3h 50m	1:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Bus	12:30am	BP Gas Station	4h	4:30am	5221 Brook Rd	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:59 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

3h 10mAverage Duration

217 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$45 - $211	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$54 - $262	Average Duration4h 37m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Durham and Richmond?

Stops in Durham

A
Durham Greyhound Bus Station
515 W Pettigrew St , Durham, NC 27703
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B
Compare Foods Durham
2000-2004 NC-55, Durham, NC 27704, USA
C
Durham Compare Foods Durham
2000 Avondale Dr, Durham, NC 27704, USA
D
Durham, NC
E Main St at Roxboro St (WB), Durham, NC 27701, USA

Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
Visit page
C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
Visit page
D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230

Compare bus companies

Wanda Coach

2.5/5656 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

FlixBus

3.5/511,736 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,451 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

CoachRun

3.5/5660 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.1

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Durham to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durham to Richmond start from $45. The average price for this route is around $96. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Durham to Richmond?
The average bus travel time from Durham to Richmond is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 217 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Wanda Coach.
Which bus companies service the Durham to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Wanda Coach, FlixBus, Greyhound, CoachRun.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Durham to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Durham to Richmond at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durham to Richmond?
A bus trip from Durham to Richmond generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Durham to Richmond?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11648 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durham to Richmond?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Durham to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Durham to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-23

$59

12-24

$39

Today

$52

12-26

$52

12-27

$51

12-28

$59

12-29

$51

12-30

$45

The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $39

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $39 to $143 for a bus ticket from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-12-30.

Usually Greyhound, Wanda Coach will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.